Snake Hill Cave

Please contact Ranger for approval prior to booking.

MPORTANT INFORMATION: Temporary Forest Closure due to Fire Danger, Exclusive Access or Operations

Fire Danger: See CFS Fire Danger Rating effecting site access.   The forest is closed on a day of declared total fire ban. See Terms and Conditions for more information.

Exclusive Access: No current activities effecting site access

Operations in Locality: No current operations effecting site access

ABOUT SNAKE HILL CAVE

Rating: Advanced Cave
Registered CEGSA cave feature number 5L119 

Snake Hill is one of the most extensive and complex cave systems in the Lower South East region and recognised as a significant geomorphological feature. 

The cave covers an area of approximately 200m x 150m and is filled with numerous passages and openings. 

Much of the cave consists of large passages, but also includes many areas which must be crawled through.  

The cave system also boasts interesting features such as roof windows and openings abundant with ferns and mosses. 

This cave is for the experienced caver only. All explorers must be accompanied by a guide. 

Please note: Snake Hill is home to native bat species during winter and as a result, some parts of the cave are unavailable for exploration during this time. Please contact ForestrySA for more information.

ACCESS CONDITIONS FOR FORESTRYSA CAVE SITES 

A caver may book provided they meet the following conditions: 

• They are trained and qualified to an appropriate standard. CEGSA, FUSSI, Scouts SA Trip Leaders and registered ForestrySA Commercial Operators must be suitably trained and qualified to appropriate standards recognised by the Australian Speleological Federation, including CEGSA
• They meet the minimum qualification level for the rating of the cave. 
• They are under the supervision of an instructor or guide registered with ForestrySA. 
• Cancellation - ForestrySA: Upon the occurrence of permit cancellation by ForestrySA, ForestrySA shall elect to refund to the purchaser, (minus administration fees). 
• Cancellation – Purchaser: Upon the occurrence of the permit cancellation by the Purchaser, ForestrySA shall elect to refund the purchaser when this is undertaken more than 3 full business days prior to entry.  A cancellation fee of $5 plus administration fees will apply.  No refunds are available for cancellations less than 3 full business days prior to cave entry. 
• Forest Closure due to fire danger: Ensure you check weather conditions before arrival, particularly during the Fire Danger Season and visit the Country Fire Service website or call the Fire Ban Hotline on 1300 362 361 to stay up to date with current fire bans and restrictions. 

• When booking, provide all details of the persons entering the cave.
• You must have a caving buddy. You are not permitted to enter unless you are with a minimum of one other person (each person must complete a separate part of the permit) At the time of booking, or if booking separately, please both quote the same name for your GROUP. (i.e this could be a selected surname) as proof of buddy partner.
• Each caver must read and acknowledge the ForestrySA Conditions and Indemnity before booking. 
• You must identify your qualification to confirm you are qualified under your training to enter the type of cave.
• Some sites require a key for entry. These are collected from the Mount Gambier Visitor Centre, please bring permit for proof of approval.
• Instructors must first obtain a Commercial Operators License through the ForestrySA application process, prior to booking. Contact ForestrySA via email at recreation@forestrysa.com.au
• Snake Hill is home to the protected native Bent Wing Bats during winter, therefore particular areas of the cave that are not available for exploration during this time. Contact ForestrySAs for further enquirers.